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Reading Time: 5 minutes So you’ve decided to take the plunge and grow your own plants from seed. Congratulations! There’s nothing more rewarding then stocking your garden for less and keeping up a steady stream of annuals from year to year. With food prices at an all-time high, especially for organic product, there’s never been a better time to…

Reading Time: 4 minutes Can you use multipurpose compost for seeds? What's best for growing tomato plants? Pin down the best compost for starting seeds for a thriving garden.

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Can you use any compost for seeds? Is there any real difference between seeding compost and potting compost? Get all the answers here.

Reading Time: 4 minutes A good doormat on the threshold of your home keeps your floors cleaner for longer by removing dirt and mud from shoes before entering the house. It’s most effective to have both a tough outdoor mat and an indoor doormat, for extra protection. What are doormats made from? Doormats are commonly made from synthetic materials…

Reading Time: 4 minutes Winter is the season to make changes. Besides planting, there’s maintenance and planning, building new structures or a full garden overhaul that could be carried out. Winter gardening tasks Composting and mulching Much of winter gardening involves cultivating and enriching your garden for the coming year. Using the no-dig method, spread a layer of nutrient-rich…

Reading Time: 4 minutes Winter gardening often centres around planning for the growing year ahead, watching out for pests and disease, and suppressing weed growth. But new life doesn’t have to wait for spring. Growing seasonally is more sustainable, as plants adapted to conditions require fewer resources. Some winter vegetables may need to shelter in a greenhouse but shouldn’t…

Reading Time: 4 minutes With the winter solstice now behind us and the days gradually getting longer, thoughts are starting to turn towards the rejuvenating essence of Spring. While the new year has only just begun, it’s never too early to start planning your garden for the rest of the year. 2022 will see an array of styles and…

Reading Time: 4 minutes Aside from the boost to mental and physical health, gardening in the winter months helps prepare for the growing season and allows you to detect issues promptly. Do plants need water in winter? While many plants grow slower or enter a dormant period in cold weather, they are still alive. This means they require water.…

Reading Time: 4 minutes From frost and heavy snow to rain and harsh winds, there are many reasons your plants don’t want to be left out in cold weather during the winter months. Outdoor plant protection Remove settled snow from branches and leaves gently before it freezes. This prevents branches from breaking under the weight and being cut off…